Drugs seized during North Brisbane traffic operation

Police have located a bag of methamphetamine and detected 20 alleged drug and drink drivers during a major traffic operation on the Bruce Highway at Murrumba Downs over the past two nights.
Around 30 police officers from the Road Policing Command, tactical crime and dog squad as well as general duty officers were involved in Operation Papa York.
Fourteen drivers returned positive results as part of roadside drug tests while police detected six alleged drink drivers.
A 51-year-old man was issued with a notice to appear in the Pine Rivers Magistrates Court on December 18 in relation to one count each of possessing a dangerous drug (methamphetamine) and possessing an item used in the commission of a drug offence (glass pipe).
As part of the operation, police utilised number plate recognition technology which assisted in the detection of 19 unlicensed or disqualified drivers, 16 unregistered vehicles and 11 uninsured vehicles.
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Stolen property located, are you the rightful owner?

Lowood police are attempting to identify the owners of a number of jewellery items and an extensive coin collection.
Investigations have revealed that they may have been stolen from somewhere in South East Queensland, however police are unable to identify the rightful owner and are seeking your assistance.
These items were located along with a spear gun and a compound bow.
If you believe that you may be the owner of some or all of these items and are able to provide proof of ownership, please contact Policelink on 131 444 and quote police reference number QP1701886107.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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60 seconds is all we need

A lot can happen in a minute.  That minute can be powerful. In 60 seconds we have the power to change opinions, behaviours and lives, for the better.
Queensland Police want you to be a part of this life changing project – The 60 Seconds Project.
Police from North Brisbane District are launching their ‘60 Seconds’ Project, with the support of the North Brisbane Community Policing Board.
The project calls for community members from North Brisbane, to create a 60 second video on the topic of domestic and family violence. Domestic violence occurs within all cultures, demographics, socio-economic and age groups, within intimate personal relationships including same sex relationships. It does not discriminate and requires a unified community response to help reduce instances.
Participants are urged to be creative when developing a video to help survivors of domestic and family violence, raise awareness and prevent domestic and family violence in the future.
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Human remains located, Mount Coot-tha

Police are investigating after human remains were located at Mount Coot-tha this morning.
Bushwalkers discovered the skeletal remains around 11.15am just off one of the JC Slaughter Falls walking tracks.
Forensic police are currently at the scene examining the remains.
The walking track is currently closed while investigations continue.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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